UI Designer Salary in Mtwara, Tanzania

Mtwara has a community of UI designers. Mid‑level professionals earn about Sh720,000 TZS per year, reflecting the city's modest cost of living. Local firms supplement pay with transport allowances.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh320,000 to Sh540,000

Average (per year)

Sh430,000

Graduates in Masasi start in local government or small retail companies and receive basic pay.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh540,000 to Sh900,000

Average (per year)

Sh720,000

At the mid level, UI designers may be employed by NGOs or agricultural exporters.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh900,000 to Sh1,300,000

Average (per year)

Sh1,100,000

Senior UI designers may work with regional suppliers or serve as consultants.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh1,300,000+

In principal roles, UI professionals can lead digital teams for local enterprises or serve national clients remotely.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

Sh2200 - Sh3700

per hour

Mid-level

Sh3700 - Sh6500

per hour

Senior

Sh6500 - Sh9500

per hour

Mtwara's median UI designer salary is below Sh1 million.